Dagwood's Sandwich Shop vs Schlotzsky's Franchise Comparison

Below is an in-depth analysis and side-by-side comparison of Dagwood's Sandwich Shop vs Schlotzsky's including start-up costs and fees, business experience requirements, training & support and financing options.

Start-Up Costs and Fees

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
Investment $200,000 - $250,000$719,400 - $959,400
Franchise Fee $20,000$35,000
Royalty Fee 6%6%
Advertising Fee 2%4%
Year Founded 20061971
Year Franchised 20061977
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Term Of Agreement 15 years-
Renewal Fee --


Business Experience Requirements

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
Experience --

Financing Options

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
  In-House/3rd PartyIn-House/3rd Party
Franchise Fees -/--/-
Start-up Costs -/--/Yes
Equipment -/--/Yes
Inventory -/--/Yes
Receivables -/--/-
Payroll -/--/-

Training & Support

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
Training - On-The-Job Training: 240 hours Classroom Training: 50 hours
Support -Purchasing Co-ops Newsletter Meetings/Conventions Toll-Free Line Grand Opening Online Support Security/Safety Procedures Field Operations Site Selection Proprietary Software Franchisee Intranet Platform
Marketing -Co-op Advertising Ad Templates National Media Regional Advertising Social media SEO Website development Email marketing Loyalty program/app
Operations --

Expansion Plans

 
Dagwood's Sandwich Shop Franchise
Schlotzsky's Franchise
US Expansion -Yes
Canada Expansion No-
International Expansion NoYes

Company Overviews

About Dagwood's Sandwich Shop

Dagwood's Sandwich Shoppes LLC, a privately owned restaurant franchise company headquartered in Clearwater, Fla. and New Orleans, is the brainchild of "Blondie" comic strip creator Dean Young and longtime restaurant franchise executive and author Lamar Berry. Organized in 2006, it sells exclusive market partner territories representing 40 - 75 individual restaurant franchise units. Dagwood's Sandwich Shoppes have the fun, entertaining and universal appeal of the comic strip and, like the strip, they will offer guests the opportunity to suspend disbelief and step into a fun, wholesome, comic strip world. Dagwood's will feature more than 30 delicious sandwiches on the menu including Dagwood's Signature Sandwiches - plus soups and salads - made from the world's tastiest meats, unique breads and distinctive condiments.

About Schlotzsky's

Founded in 1971, Schlotzsky's is a pioneer in the fast casual restaurant category, offering customers an inviting restaurant feel, affordable meals throughout the day, and great food that has created a passionate following among customers throughout the country and the world. Our delicious and unique products, exciting, modern restaurant design, superior franchise support and committed ownership make a Schlotzsky's franchise a great business opportunity.  Joining the Schlotzsky's franchise family will open the door to an exciting future.

Veteran Incentives  $10,000 off franchise fee           

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